Book Series · 2 Books

Beech Tree Chapter Books Books

In order from McBroom's Wonderful One-Acre Farm to The Ghost on Saturday Night.

The Beech Tree Chapter Books series is a set of 2 chapter books by Sid Fleischman, published between 1966 and 1974. Written for ages 6–12, most books run about 65 pages.

McBroom's Wonderful One-Acre Farm
The Ghost on Saturday Night
McBroom's Wonderful One-Acre Farm
McBroom's Wonderful One-Acre Farm
The Ghost on Saturday Night
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

McBroom's Wonderful One-Acre Farm
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 1966

McBroom's Wonderful One-Acre Farm

By Sid Fleischman, Quentin Blake (Illustrator), Marylin Hafner (Illustrator)

A farmer discovers magical soil where plants and coins grow rapidly.

64 pages
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Summary: Josh McBroom buys what seems like a useless pond instead of farmland. But when the water recedes, he uncovers soil so fertile that seeds sprout instantly and coins multiply. Is this miraculous land a blessing or a challenge? As McBroom navigates this unexpected bounty, he must decide how to harness its potential without losing his grip on reality. What secrets does this enchanted earth hold, and how will it change his life forever?
The complete set

Beech Tree Chapter Books Series

2 books · Published 1966–1974

Series
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$759

McBroom's Wonderful One-Acre Farm

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 1966

A farmer discovers magical soil where plants and coins grow rapidly.

The Ghost on Saturday Night

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1974

A ghostly outlaw appears on stage, but is he behind a bank heist or is it all a ruse?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Beech Tree Chapter Books series?

There are 2 books in the Beech Tree Chapter Books series. It began with McBroom's Wonderful One-Acre Farm in 1966, and the newest book, The Ghost on Saturday Night, was published in 1974.

What ages are the Beech Tree Chapter Books books best for?

The series is best for ages 6–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Beech Tree Chapter Books to life.

01

Sid Fleischman

Author
02

Quentin Blake

Illustrator
03

Marylin Hafner

Illustrator
04

Laura Cornell

Illustrator

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